Category: Joyful Museums survey

If something about your workplace culture was improved, how would this change the way that you work, both in the short and long term? I actually *just* left this position for another workplace. I was the fourth person in my department to leave this year. If there had been any sign at all that folks above me were willing to… Read more →

Tell me about a time when you were really upset about something that happened at work.   My feelings about work are not really centered on a single upsetting incident, but can be described as a slow attrition of my interest and motivation. Seeing coworkers goof off while others are overwhelmed, seeing old systems persist after different tactics to change… Read more →

If something about your workplace culture was improved, how would this change the way that you work, both in the short and long term? Knowing that your voice matters and that people are listening helps.  I know we are in a profession where we don’t make a ton of money so I realize getting a huge salary increase is not… Read more →

If something about your workplace culture was improved, how would this change the way that you work, both in the short and long term?   If general workload distributions improved, and employees were equally engaged, and management seemed to be checked-in about the issues, I think our motivation and energy as a group would shoot up. It would feel like… Read more →

Tell me about a great moment at work, when you felt happy, proud, or joyful. This could be either an individual moment or a shared one with your team.   I work with volunteers and help to train staff to work with volunteers.  One great moment recently was during an “All Hands” meeting at work.  I gave a presentation on… Read more →

Tell me about a time when you were really upset about something that happened at work. I worked at a museum at the beginning of my career where a coworker got very intoxicated during our evening fundraising event.  Due to her state of mind and inability to function I had to do all of her work for her (even pulling… Read more →

I recently switched jobs and so feel like I’m still adjusting to my new culture. I did instigate a night after work w/ co-workers for beers, and people have been doing it now every other month. It’s GREAT. Read more →

“I try to be positive and kind. I often send thank yous to co-workers who have done something above and beyond their expected routine work. I have helped organize employee appreciation potlucks and activities. I have also left jobs where the negativity was so entrenched that I could no longer work there.” Read more →